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Archaeologists Find Oldest Paintings of Apostles in Roman Catacombs

The earliest known icons of the Apostles Peter and Paul have been discovered in a catacomb under an eight-story modern office building in a working-class neighborhood of Rome, Vatican officials said Tuesday.

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created Jun 23, 2010 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (8) | comments 0




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Researchers develop technique for quick detection of Salmonella

In the hours following an outbreak of Salmonella, there are many questions. And answers can be hard to find.

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created Feb 02, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

New life found in ancient tombs

Life has been discovered in the barren depths of Rome's ancient tombs, proving catacombs are not just a resting place for the dead. The two new species of bacteria found growing on the walls of the Roman tombs may help protect ...

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created Sep 25, 2008 | popularity 4.4 / 5 (16) | comments 0

Archeologist says Holy Grail is in Rome

An Italian archeologist says the Holy Grail -- a cup used by Jesus Christ at the Last Supper -- is buried beneath a church in Rome.

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created Jun 22, 2007 | popularity 3.6 / 5 (27) | comments 0

Christians may have copied Jewish rites

Scientists say radiocarbon dating of organic material from the catacombs of ancient Rome indicates Christians might have copied Jewish burial customs.

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created Jul 21, 2005 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Unseen Colorado Mountain Aquifers Throw Water on 'Teflon Basin' Myth

New research shows that high-altitude aquifers honeycomb parts of the Colorado Rockies, trapping snow melt and debunking the myth that high mountain valleys act as "Teflon basins" to rush water downstream.

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created May 30, 2005 | popularity 4.5 / 5 (2) | comments 0


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